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This Sources Sought opportunity from Department Of Defense was posted on August 30, 2018. The submission period has ended. Browse the details below for market research, or find similar active opportunities.

Request for Information High Power Microwave Vessel Stopping Prototype

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N0017818Q3007Federal

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General Info

Agency

Department Of Defense → Nswc Dahlgren

NAICS

335999 - All Other Miscellaneous Electrical Equipment and Component Manufacturing

Place of Performance

VA

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RFI_N00178-18-Q-3007.docx

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VSP_Industru_Day_Slides_Final.pptx

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AgencyDepartment Of Defense → Nswc Dahlgren
Contacts1 person available
OfficeDAHLGREN, VA, 22448-5154, USA
Organization / AgencyDepartment Of Defense → Nswc Dahlgren
Office AddressDAHLGREN, VA, 22448-5154, USA
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